1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2009 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 484 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2009 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 250 GTO | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 55 L |
